Ep. 32 - Restore Your Nervous System and Why That is Important with Rachel Rauch

Send us Fan MailRachel Rauch, founder of Aero Wellness and a doctor of naturopathy, joins the podcast to discuss the pervasive issue of stress and burnout in women. Drawing from 25 years of experience, Rachel explains how chronic stress manifests in various physical and emotional symptoms such as brain fog, irritability, and sleep disturbances. She emphasizes the importance of replenishing and regulating the nervous system and shares actionable steps to regain a sense of self. Also explored are the concepts of adrenal fatigue, the role of adrenals in menopause, and the impact of emotional suppression. Rachel introduces her Wholeness Restored program, addressing physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health, and offers practical advice to integrate self-care into daily life.In this episode, Kathy and Rachel discuss:Effects of stress and burnoutUnderstanding adrenal glands functionImpact of stress on menopauseNeed for self-care and replenishmentTimestamps:[03:08] Rachel Rauch's Background and Mission[06:27] Understanding Adrenal Glands and Stress Responses[09:01] Impact of Stress on Menopause and Hormones[13:53] Adrenal Fatigue: Myths and Realities[17:13] Wholeness Restored Program Overview[25:35] Sustaining Self-Care and Overcoming Challenges[27:35] Identifying Refreshing Activities[28:13] Creating Independent Activities for Kids[29:29] Expanding RefreshingTime[30:32] The Importance of Engaging the Senses[32:15] Exercises to Reset the Nervous System[35:15] Understanding the Impact of Sugar[36:25] Setting Healthy Boundaries[41:56] Recognizing and Addressing Stress[44:46] Stress Differences Between Men and Women[49:39] Final Thoughts and ResourcesMore About Rachel RauchDownload 4 Ways to Start Feeling Like Yourself AgainDownload 5 Secrets to Improve Adrenal Health!Visit Eiro’s websiteFollow @eirowellness on IGRachel Rauch is a keynote speaker, Doctor of Naturopathy and certified Integrative Mental Health professional. With over 20 years of experience, she has worked with thousands of stressed-out women from all over the world to achieve balance in their mood and hormones. Rachel's expertise is a result of extensive research on behalf of her clients combined with her own journey of discovering the correlation between nervous system health and trauma and chronic stress. Her insights have been featured in magazines, podcasts and monthly for the Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Organization. As a keynote speaker, she has spoken on stages around the country for a variety of associations and organizations like Nature’s Sunshine Products. Rachel is on a mission to help women restore peace and calm in their bodies by utilizing her signature program, Wholeness Restored. Subscribe to Sense of Peace (Kathy's Substack) today! RECEIVE the attention you need to reconnect with your purpose. Click here to learn more about individual coaching with Kathy!If this resonated, the most generous thing you can do is share it with one woman who needs to hear it. One share grows this community more than any algorithm.Follow the show on your favorite platform, and come find me on Substack at senseofpeace.substack.com — that’s where the deeper conversation lives.And if you’re ready to stop just listening and start doing this work — visit kathywashburn.net. I’d love to talk with you. Until next time — keep investing in yourself. It is always, always worth it.#SpreadMadLove